AUSTIN READERS: I’ve arranged a fitness & fellowship event for all of us this Thursday night! Please come and consider sharing with your networks. The support would mean so much to me! 45-min. spin class, clip-in bike shoes, and snacks after are all completely complimentary. All are welcome. Here’s all the details:FREE private spin class for Austin mamas & their friends! Join me for a pre-Mother’s Day appreciation ride at Flywheel Sports in The Domain. Flywheel is a brand-new, hi-tech boutique indoor stadium cycling studio — treat yourself! After class, stay for snacks & say hi! Event is Thursday, May 11th at 7:30 p.m.

Dry Society Styling Lounge is North Austin’s newest blow dry studio specializing in blowouts, braids and fabulous up-dos. My guest Alicia were ‘blown away’ at their lavish debut party the night of October 15th. We had the pleasure of meeting Dry Society’s experienced team of stylists, owners, and their Creative Director, Rick Klepach.Conveniently located adjacent to The Domain, guests enjoyed sounds by DJ A/C, an open Veuve Clicquot champagne bar and light hor d’ oeuvres. Whether you’re headed to a special event, a night on the town or simply need a pick-me-up, Dry Society has you covered. Located adjacent to The Domain, Dry Society offers a variety of beautiful styles that suit every taste. The stylists at North Austin’s premier blow dry bar focus on one thing and doing it well: no cuts, no color, just couture style and beautiful blowouts that last and last. Dry Society is open seven days a week, Monday-Wednesday 9am to 6pm, Thursday-Saturday 9am to 7pm and Sunday 10am to 5pm, or by appointment. For more information, please call Dry Society Styling Lounge at 512-906-0759.

Austin-area kids are invited to rock their hearts out at The Domain’s the third annual Hush Hush Music Bash, a free music festival for kids on Saturday, October 8, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Baby Alexandra & I went last year and had an absolute blast! Such cool family event and a nice ACL-alternative.

KB Whirly will kick off the bash at 3 p.m. Known for his earthy, folksy, bluesy and always upbeat music, KB incorporates storytelling, improvisational song writing and interactive music making in his one-man band. Next, The Que Pastas will hit the stage at 4 p.m. This local kindie (kid+indie=kindie) band’s uplifting, highly interactive and ridiculously funny performance is sure to thrill the kids. At 5 p.m., Sonia De Los Santos’ musical stories will inspire messages of joyful community music making and cultural bridge building. Performing songs about history, art and culture, El Tule Band will perform at 6 p.m., finishing off a night that will have kids begging for more.

In addition to getting down and funky at the main concert, kids will enjoy hands-on activities, giveaways and more, all on the lawn outside iPic Theaters.

We met up with Austin blogger Lindsey J. Wiese of Joie de Vivre and talked all things Summer. From style to sweets, we delved into this busy mom’s must-haves when it comes to surviving the Texas heat in style.

Although the tunes never stop in the Texas state capitol (especially with the ACL Music Festival going on) the volume may get louder than usual this Saturday afternoon. On Saturday, October 3, The Domain is joining forces with LiveMom.com and Spare the Rock, Spoil and Child to host Hush Hush Music Bash, a free music festival for kids.

“ACL is one of Austin’s biggest attractions and it’s one of our favorite times of the year here at The Domain,” explains Lea Willingham, General Manager. “Thanks to the Hush Hush Music Bash, even the youngest of music fans don’t have to miss out on the influx of live performances and stellar lineups.”

Austin’s only after-party for kids is going down in Amy Donovan Plaza at Domain II on Saturday, October 3, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. With music sponsored by Austin Diagnostic Clinic, the afternoon features performers that will rock mini music lovers’ world—literally.

Elizabeth McQueen will kick off the bash at 4 p.m. Known for her beautiful and timeless vocal style, McQueen’s music brings together the best of multiple genres into groovy, danceable art-form. Next, Mario the Magician will hit the stage at 5 p.m. Part retro, part rock-and-roll, Mario’s uplifting, highly interactive and ridiculously funny performance is sure to thrill the kids. As part of a multi-city release for his newest album, Tim Kubart will perform “indie pop for all ages” with Mother Falcon at 6 p.m., finishing off a night that will have kids begging for more.
In addition to getting down and funky at the main concert, kids will enjoy dance competitions, a gaming zone provided by The Microsoft Store, cupcake decorating with Baked by Amy’s, a music station and more.